Sid Mosdell News Today

The Eastern monarch butterfly has long been thought to be in peril, but new studies indicate that its U.S. populations are not in decline. Scientists say the biggest threat the species faces is from well-meaning people who breed the butterflies at home and release them.


Reptiles are not faring any better than other animals in the changing world.

It's the most comprehensive survey of reptiles to date, and it shows we need urgent action.